CN109196573B

CN109196573B - Display system and method for vehicle

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Publication number: CN109196573B
Application number: CN201780029640.7A
Authority: CN
Inventors: 理查德·L·亚雷克; 亚当·C·科斯曼; 尼尔·P·奎德; 梅利萨·S·布赖滕费尔特; 史蒂文·F·克鲁格; 乔舒亚·L·埃德尔; 约翰·E·费尔德曼; 迈克尔·M·宋; 理查德·L·克里斯托夫
Original assignee: Indian Motorcycle International LLC
Current assignee: Indian Motorcycle International LLC
Priority date: 2016-05-23
Filing date: 2017-05-23
Publication date: 2023-01-17
Anticipated expiration: 2037-05-23
Also published as: WO2017205322A3; US20220135166A1; CA3022478A1; EP3971039A1; US11691688B2; JP2022166221A; CN109196573A; US20170334500A1; JP2021130458A; WO2017205322A2; EP3465666A2; CN116238628A; US11919597B2; US20230219648A1; US20240149968A1; AU2017269267A1; US11400997B2; JP2019517949A

Abstract

Systems and methods for presenting information to a recreational vehicle rider and providing customizable visual information to the recreational vehicle rider are disclosed. Systems and methods for connecting and communicating audio information between a driver portable communication device and a driver audio interface device and between a passenger portable communication device and a passenger audio interface device via a recreational vehicle are also disclosed.

Description

Display system and method for vehicle

The present disclosure relates to systems and methods for displaying information to a rider related to a recreational vehicle, and in particular to systems and methods for providing customized information to a rider related to a recreational vehicle and/or a rider-portable communication device.

Recreational vehicles, such as motorcycles, all Terrain Vehicles (ATVs), side-by-side vehicles, utility vehicles, and snowmobiles, are widely used for recreational purposes. These vehicles may be used on both roads and trails, or may be used only on trails.

In one embodiment of the present disclosure, a recreational vehicle operated by an operator includes: a plurality of ground engaging members; a frame supported by a plurality of ground engaging members; a prime mover supported by the frame and operatively coupled to at least one of the plurality of ground engaging members to power movement of the recreational vehicle; and a steering system supported by the frame and operatively coupled to at least a portion of the plurality of ground engaging members to move the portion of the plurality of ground engaging members relative to the frame. The steering system includes a steering member adapted to be grasped by an operator of the recreational vehicle, and the steering member is movable relative to the frame. The recreational vehicle also includes a user interface system supported by the frame. The user interface system includes a display configurable to display a first screen layout including at least a first area having a first area layout selected from at least one predefined area layout group. The display can also be configured to display a second screen layout having a second area layout selected from the at least one predefined area layout group.

In another embodiment of the present disclosure, a method of transmitting information to a rider of a recreational vehicle includes the steps of: a display supported by a frame of a recreational vehicle is provided. The display can be configured to display a first screen layout, and the first screen layout includes at least a first region having a first region layout selectable from at least one predefined region layout group. The display can also be configured to display a second region having a second region layout selectable from at least one predefined region layout group. The method further comprises the following steps: receiving a first selection for a first region layout; receiving a second selection for a second region layout; and storing the first selection and the second selection in a memory associated with the recreational vehicle.

In yet another embodiment of the present disclosure, a recreational vehicle operated by an operator includes: a plurality of ground engaging members; a frame supported by a plurality of ground engaging members; a prime mover supported by the frame and operatively coupled to at least one of the plurality of ground engaging members to power movement of the recreational vehicle; and a steering system supported by the frame and operatively coupled to at least a portion of the plurality of ground engaging members to move the portion of the plurality of ground engaging members relative to the frame. The steering system includes a steering member adapted to be gripped by an operator of the recreational vehicle, the steering member being movable relative to the frame. In addition, the recreational vehicle includes a user interface system supported by the frame, the user interface system including a plurality of user inputs supported by the steering member and a display spaced apart from the steering member. The display can be configured to sequentially provide at least three different screen layouts in response to at least two actuations of a first user input of the plurality of user inputs.

In one embodiment of the present disclosure, a method of transmitting information to a rider of a recreational vehicle includes the steps of: a display supported by a frame of a recreational vehicle is provided. The display is configured to provide at least three screen layouts. The method further comprises the following steps: a plurality of user inputs are provided that are supported by a steering member of a steering system of a recreational vehicle. The steering member is movable relative to the frame. Further, in response to at least two actuations of a first user input of the plurality of user inputs, the method includes the steps of: sequentially cycling through at least three screen layouts configured for display on the display.

In yet another embodiment of the present disclosure, a recreational vehicle for use by a driver and at least a first passenger is disclosed. The driver has a driver portable communication device and a driver audio interface device having a microphone and a speaker. The first passenger has a first passenger portable communication device and a first passenger audio interface device having a microphone and a speaker. This recreational vehicle includes: a plurality of ground engaging members; a frame supported by a plurality of ground engaging members; a prime mover supported by the frame and operatively coupled to at least one of the plurality of ground engaging members to power movement of the recreational vehicle; and a steering system supported by the frame and operatively coupled to at least a portion of the plurality of ground engaging members to move the portion of the plurality of ground engaging members relative to the frame. The steering system includes a steering member adapted to be grasped by an operator of the recreational vehicle, the steering member being movable relative to the frame. The vehicle also includes at least one controller supported by the frame. The at least one controller is adapted to be operatively coupled to the driver portable communication device, the driver audio interface device, the passenger portable communication device, and the passenger audio interface device. The at least one controller is configured to communicate audio information between the driver portable communication device and the driver audio interface device through the at least one controller, and communicate audio information between the passenger portable communication device and the passenger audio interface device through the at least one controller.

In another embodiment of the present disclosure, a method of communicating information to a driver and at least a first passenger of a recreational vehicle is disclosed. The driver has a driver portable communication device and a driver audio interface device having a microphone and a speaker. The first passenger has a first passenger portable communication device and a first passenger audio interface device having a microphone and a speaker. The method comprises the following steps: at least one controller of the recreational vehicle is operatively coupled with the driver portable communication device, the driver audio interface device, the first passenger portable communication device, and the first passenger audio interface device. The method further comprises the following steps: routing, by the at least one controller of the recreational vehicle, audio information between one of (a) the driver portable communication device and the driver audio interface device and (b) the first passenger portable communication device and the passenger audio interface device, wherein the audio information is routed between the driver portable communication device and the driver audio interface device in response to establishing a driver call with the driver portable communication device, and wherein the audio information is routed between the first passenger portable communication device and the first passenger audio interface device in response to establishing a first passenger call with the first passenger portable communication device.

Other features of the present disclosure will become more readily apparent to those skilled in the art upon consideration of the following detailed description of illustrative embodiments exemplifying the best mode of carrying out the invention as presently perceived.

Advantages and features of embodiments of the present disclosure will become more apparent from the following detailed description of exemplary embodiments when read in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, in which:

FIG. 1 is a representative view of an exemplary vehicle;

FIG. 2 is a representative view of an exemplary powertrain of the vehicle of FIG. 1;

FIG. 3 is a representative view of exemplary components of the vehicle of FIG. 1 operatively coupled to a group management master controller;

FIG. 4 is a front left perspective view of the exemplary motorcycle;

FIG. 5 is a rear right side perspective view of the motorcycle of FIG. 4;

FIG. 6 is a left side elevational view of the motorcycle of FIG. 4;

FIG. 7 is a top view of the motorcycle of FIG. 4;

FIG. 8 is a partial view of the motorcycle of FIG. 4 from the driver's position on the motorcycle showing the user interface system of the motorcycle of FIG. 4;

FIG. 9 is a first exemplary ride layout of a display of the user interface system of FIG. 8;

FIG. 10 is a second exemplary ride layout of the display of the user interface system of FIG. 8;

FIG. 11 is a third exemplary ride layout of the display of the user interface system of FIG. 8;

FIG. 12 is an exemplary audio screen layout of a display of the user interface system of FIG. 8;

FIG. 13 is an exemplary power-down screen layout of the display of the user interface system of FIG. 8;

FIG. 14 is an exemplary connection screen layout of a display of the user interface system of FIG. 8;

FIG. 15 is an exemplary map/navigation screen layout of a display of the user interface system of FIG. 8;

fig. 16 is an exemplary layout of customizable regions of the ride of fig. 9-11;

FIG. 17 is an exemplary selection input of the customizable region shown in FIG. 16;

FIG. 18A is a first exemplary tour layout for display in one of the customizable regions in FIG. 16 on a display of the user interface system of FIG. 8;

FIG. 18B is a second exemplary tour layout for display in one of the customizable regions in FIG. 16 on the display of the user interface system of FIG. 8;

FIG. 19A is a first exemplary ride data screen layout for display in one of the customizable regions in FIG. 16 on a display of the user interface system of FIG. 8;

FIG. 19B is a second exemplary ride data screen layout for display in one of the customizable regions in FIG. 16 on the display of the user interface system of FIG. 8;

FIG. 20A is a first exemplary vehicle information screen layout for display in one of the customizable regions in FIG. 16 on the display of the user interface system of FIG. 8;

FIG. 20B is a second exemplary vehicle information screen layout for display in one of the customizable regions in FIG. 16 on the display of the user interface system of FIG. 8;

FIG. 21A is a first exemplary vehicle status screen layout for display in one of the customizable zones in FIG. 16 on the display of the user interface system of FIG. 8;

FIG. 21B is a second exemplary vehicle status screen layout for display in one of the customizable regions in FIG. 16 on the display of the user interface system of FIG. 8;

FIG. 22A is a first exemplary audio screen layout for display in one of the customizable regions in FIG. 16 on a display of the user interface system of FIG. 8;

FIG. 22B is a second exemplary audio screen layout for display in one of the customizable regions in FIG. 16 on the display of the user interface system of FIG. 8;

FIG. 23 is an exemplary connection screen layout for display in one of the customizable zones in FIG. 16 on a display of the user interface system of FIG. 8;

FIG. 24 is an exemplary map/navigation screen layout for display in one of the customizable zones in FIG. 16 on a display of the user interface system of FIG. 8;

fig. 25 is another exemplary layout of a customizable area of the ride of fig. 9-11;

FIG. 26 is an exemplary map screen layout located in one of the customizable regions of FIG. 25;

FIG. 27 is an exemplary selection input for the larger customizable zone shown in FIG. 26;

FIG. 28 is an exemplary range screen layout located in one of the customizable regions of FIG. 25;

FIG. 29 is an exemplary selection input for the smaller customizable region shown in FIG. 28;

FIG. 30 is an exemplary loop sequence stored on a non-transitory computer readable medium accessible by a controller associated with the user interface system of FIG. 8;

FIG. 31 is an exemplary navigation sequence relative to a map screen layout stored on a non-transitory computer readable medium accessible by a controller associated with the user interface system of FIG. 8;

FIG. 32 is a representative view of a connection arrangement of the vehicle of FIG. 2;

FIG. 33 is an audio flow representative view of the arrangement of FIG. 32 showing the transfer of audio information between the driver portable communication device and the driver audio interface device by the controller of the vehicle;

FIG. 34 is an audio flow representative view of the arrangement of FIG. 32 showing the transfer of audio information between the passenger portable communication device and the passenger audio interface device by the controller of the vehicle;

FIG. 35 is an exemplary sequence for routing audio information from an incoming call stored on a non-transitory computer readable medium accessible by a controller associated with the user interface system of FIG. 8;

FIG. 36 is an exemplary notification screen layout for an incoming call for a display of the user interface system of FIG. 8;

FIG. 37 is an exemplary sequence of options stored on a non-transitory computer readable medium accessible by a controller associated with the user interface system of FIG. 8 relating to an incoming call or incoming text;

FIG. 38 is an exemplary notification screen layout for incoming text for a display of the user interface system of FIG. 8;

FIG. 39 is an exemplary sequence for routing audio information from a dialed call stored on a non-transitory computer readable medium accessible by a controller associated with the user interface system of FIG. 8;

FIG. 40 is a schematic illustration of the vehicle of FIG. 1;

FIG. 41 is an illustrative embodiment of a home screen of an alternative embodiment display of the vehicle of FIG. 1;

FIG. 42 is an illustrative embodiment of an options screen of the display of FIG. 41;

FIG. 43 is a flowchart of the operation of the options screen of FIG. 42;

FIG. 44 is an illustrative embodiment of a drive mode input screen for the display of FIG. 41;

FIG. 45 is an illustrative embodiment of an auxiliary input screen of the display of FIG. 41;

FIG. 46A is an illustrative embodiment of adjustment of an image accessed via the map options screen of the display of FIG. 41;

FIG. 46B is a further illustrative embodiment of another adjustment of an image accessed via the map options screen of FIG. 46A;

FIG. 47 is an illustrative embodiment of a telephone options screen of the display of FIG. 41;

FIG. 48A is an illustrative embodiment of the options shown on the display of FIG. 41 when a camera on the vehicle is capturing still or real-time images;

FIG. 48B is another illustrative embodiment of the options shown on the display of FIG. 41 when a camera on the vehicle is capturing a still or real-time image;

FIG. 48C is an illustrative embodiment of an overview of the ride parameters shown on the display of FIG. 41;

FIG. 48D is an illustrative embodiment of a display showing multiple cameras on a vehicle that an operator may select;

FIG. 49 is an illustrative embodiment of a security alert of the security options screen of the display of FIG. 41;

FIG. 50 is an illustrative embodiment of a settings input screen of the display of FIG. 41;

FIG. 51 is an illustrative embodiment of a diagnostic input screen of the display of FIG. 41;

FIG. 52 is an illustrative embodiment of a suspension setting input screen of the display of FIG. 41;

FIG. 53 is an illustrative embodiment of a clutch setting input screen of the display of FIG. 41;

FIG. 54 is an illustrative embodiment of a speed key (speed key) input screen of the display of FIG. 41; and

fig. 55 is an illustrative embodiment of a drive state input screen of the display of fig. 41.

Detailed Description

Various embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the drawings, wherein like reference numerals represent like parts and assemblies throughout the several views. Reference to various embodiments does not limit the scope of the invention, which is limited only by the scope of the claims appended hereto. Moreover, any examples set forth in this specification are not intended to be limiting and merely set forth some of the many possible embodiments for the claimed invention.

Referring to fig. 1, a recreational vehicle 100 is shown. The recreational vehicle 100 includes a plurality of ground engaging members 102. Exemplary ground engaging members include snowboards, circular tracks, wheels, and other suitable means of supporting the vehicle 100 relative to the ground. The recreational vehicle 100 also includes a frame 104 supported by a plurality of ground engaging members 102. In one embodiment, the frame 104 comprises a cast portion, a weld, a tubular member, or a combination thereof. In one embodiment, the frame 104 is a rigid frame. In one embodiment, the frame 104 has at least two portions that are movable relative to each other.

Operator support 106 is supported by frame 104. Exemplary operator supports include straddle seats, bench seats, bucket seats, and other suitable support members. In addition to the operator support 106, the recreational vehicle 100 can include a passenger support. Exemplary passenger supports include straddle seats, bench seats, bucket seats, and other suitable support members.

The power system 110 is supported by the frame 104. The power system 110 provides motive force and transfers the motive force to at least one of the ground engaging members 102 to power movement of the recreational vehicle 100.

Referring to FIG. 2, one embodiment of a power system 110 is shown. The powertrain 110 includes a prime mover 112. Exemplary prime movers 112 include internal combustion engines, two-stroke internal combustion engines, four-stroke internal combustion engines, diesel engines, electric motors, hybrid engines, and other suitable motive power sources. To start the prime mover 112, a power supply system (power supply system) 114 is provided. The type of power supply system 114 depends on the type of prime mover 112 used. In one embodiment, the prime mover 112 is an internal combustion engine and the power supply system 114 is one of a pull-start system and an electric start system. In one embodiment, the prime mover 112 is an electric motor and the power supply system 114 is a switching system that electrically couples one or more batteries to the electric motor.

The transmission 116 is coupled to the prime mover 112. The transmission 116 is shown with a shiftable transmission 118 and a continuously variable transmission ("CVT") 120. The CVT 120 is coupled to the prime mover 112. The shiftable transmission 118 is in turn coupled to a CVT 120. In one embodiment, the shiftable transmission 118 includes a forward high setting, a forward low setting, a neutral setting, a park setting, and a reverse setting. The power transmitted from the prime mover 112 to the CVT 120 is supplied to the driving member of the CVT 120. The driving member in turn powers the driven member through a belt. Exemplary CVTs are disclosed in U.S. patent No. 3,861,229, U.S. patent No. 6,176,796, U.S. patent No. 6,120,399, U.S. patent No. 6,860,826, U.S. patent No. 6,938,508, the disclosures of which are expressly incorporated herein by reference. The driven member powers the input shaft of the shiftable transmission 118. Although the transmission 116 is shown as including a shiftable transmission 118 and a CVT 120, the transmission 116 may include only one of the shiftable transmission 118 and the CVT 120.

In the illustrated embodiment, the transmission 116 is further coupled to at least one differential 122, which differential 122 is in turn coupled to at least one ground engaging member 102. Differential 122 may transfer power from transmission 116 to one or more of ground engaging members 102. In an ATV embodiment, one or both of a front differential and a rear differential are provided. The front differential powers at least one of the two front wheels of the ATV and the rear differential powers at least one of the two rear wheels. In utility vehicle embodiments, one or both of a front differential and a rear differential are provided. The front differential powers at least one of two front wheels of the utility vehicle, and the rear differential powers at least one of a plurality of rear wheels of the utility vehicle. In one example, the utility vehicle has three axles and a differential is provided for each axle. In a motorcycle embodiment, the differential 122 and CVT 120 are not typically included. More specifically, the shiftable transmission 118 is coupled to at least one rear wheel by a chain or belt. In another motorcycle embodiment, differential 122 is not included. More specifically, the CVT 120 is coupled to at least one rear wheel by a chain or belt. In a snowmobile embodiment, the differential 122 is not included. More specifically, the CVT 120 is coupled to the endless track by a chain cage. In one golf cart embodiment, a transmission is not included. Rather, the electric motor is directly coupled to the differential 122. An exemplary differential is a bevel gear set. The motor may be operated in a first direction for forward operation of the golf cart and in a second direction for reverse operation of the golf cart. Although mentioned in connection with a golf cart, the concepts described herein may be used in connection with any electric vehicle.

The recreational vehicle 100 also includes a braking/traction system 130. In one embodiment, the braking/traction system 130 includes anti-lock brakes. In one embodiment, the braking/traction system 130 includes active descent control and/or engine braking. In one embodiment, the braking/traction system 130 includes a brake, and in some embodiments a separate parking brake. Braking/traction system 130 may be coupled to any of prime mover 112, transmission 116, differential 122, and ground engaging members 102 or the connecting drive members therebetween.

Returning to fig. 1, the recreational vehicle 100 also includes a steering system 138. A steering system 138 is coupled to at least one of the ground engaging members 102 to guide the recreational vehicle 100. The steering system 138 generally includes a steering member adapted to be grasped by an operator of the vehicle 100. Exemplary steering members include a handlebar and a steering wheel.

In addition, the recreational vehicle 100 includes a vehicle controller 140 having at least one associated memory 142. The vehicle controller 140 provides electronic control of various components of the recreational vehicle 100. In addition, the vehicle controller 140 is operatively coupled to a plurality of sensors 144 (see fig. 3) that monitor various parameters of the recreational vehicle 100 or the surrounding environment of the vehicle 100. The vehicle controller 140 performs certain operations to control one or more subsystems of other vehicle components, such as one or more of the fuel system 110, the air handling system 115, the CVT 120, the shiftable transmission 118, the prime mover 112, the differential 122, and other systems. In certain embodiments, the controller 140 forms part of a processing subsystem that includes one or more computing devices having memory, processing, and communication hardware. The controller 140 may be a single device or a distributed device, and the functions of the controller 140 may be performed by hardware and/or as computer instructions on a non-transitory computer readable storage medium, such as the memory 142.

The vehicle controller 140 also interacts with an operator interface 150, which operator interface 150 includes at least one input device 152 and at least one output device 154. Exemplary input devices 152 include levers, buttons, switches, soft keys, and other suitable input devices. Exemplary output devices include lights, displays, audio devices, haptic devices, and other suitable output devices. Operator interface 150 also includes an interface controller 156 and associated memory 158. Interface controller 156 performs certain operations to control one or more subsystems of operator interface 150 or other vehicle components, such as one or more of input devices 152 and output devices 154. In one example, the operator interface 150 includes a touch screen display, and the interface controller 156 interprets various types of touches to the touch screen display as inputs and controls what is displayed on the touch screen display. In certain embodiments, interface controller 156 forms part of a processing subsystem that includes one or more computing devices having memory, processing, and communication hardware. Interface controller 156 may be a single device or a distributed device, and the functions of interface controller 156 may be performed by hardware and/or as computer instructions on a non-transitory computer-readable storage medium, such as memory 158.

Referring to fig. 3, an operator interface 150 is included as part of an instrument cluster 160. Interface controller 156 controls operation of output device 154 and monitors actuation of input device 152. In one embodiment, output device 154 includes a display and interface controller 156 formats information to be displayed on the display and displays the information. In one embodiment, output device 154 includes a touch display, and interface controller 156 formats information to be displayed on the touch display, displays the information, and monitors operator inputs to the touch display. Exemplary operator inputs include touch, drag, swipe, pinch, spread, and other known types of gestures.

As shown in the embodiment of fig. 3, the vehicle controller 140 is shown as including several controllers. Each of these controllers may be a separate device or a distributed device, or one or more of these controllers may together be part of a separate device or a distributed device. The functions of these controllers may be performed by hardware and/or as computer instructions on a non-transitory computer readable storage medium, such as memory 142.

In one embodiment, the vehicle controller 140 includes at least two independent controllers that communicate over a network. In one embodiment, the network is a CAN network. In one embodiment, the CAN network is implemented according to the J1939 protocol. Details regarding an exemplary CAN network are disclosed in PCT patent application No. PCT/US2006/31678, the disclosure of which is expressly incorporated herein by reference. Of course, any suitable type of network or data bus may be used instead of the CAN network. In one embodiment, two-wire serial communication is used.

Referring to fig. 3, the controller 140 includes a powertrain controller 170, the powertrain controller 170 controlling operation of at least one of the prime mover 112, the transmission 116, and the differential 122 (if included). In one example, the prime mover 112 is an internal combustion engine, and the powertrain controller 170 controls the provision of fuel, the provision of spark, engine performance, reverse operation of the vehicle, a locking differential, all-wheel drive, ignition timing, power distribution, and transmission control. In addition, the power system controller 170 monitors a plurality of sensors. Exemplary sensors include a temperature sensor that monitors the temperature of coolant circulating through the engine, a Throttle Position Sensor (TPS), an exhaust gas temperature sensor (EGT), a Crank Position Sensor (CPS), a knock sensor (DET), a tank pressure sensor, an intake air temperature sensor, and other parameters needed to control engine performance.

The controller 140 also includes a brake/traction controller 172 that controls the operation of the brake/traction system 130. In one example, the brake/traction controller 172 controls the pressure and frequency of actuation of the brake caliper. In addition, the brake/traction controller 172 monitors a plurality of sensors. Exemplary sensors include a vehicle speed sensor that monitors vehicle speed relative to the ground, an altitude sensor, and an engine RPM sensor.

The controller 140 also includes a steering controller 174, the steering controller 174 controlling operation of the steering system 138. In one example, the steering controller 174 controls the amount of assistance provided by the power steering unit of the recreational vehicle 100. In addition, the power steering controller 174 monitors a plurality of sensors. Examples of exemplary sensors and electronic power steering units including speed profiles are provided in PCT patent application serial No. PCT/US2009/42985, the disclosure of which is expressly incorporated herein by reference.

The controller 140 also includes a network controller 180 that controls communication between the recreational vehicle 100 and other devices via one or more network components 182. In one embodiment, the network controller 180 of the recreational vehicle 100 communicates with the paired device over a wireless network (e.g., via a wireless or wifi chip). An exemplary wireless network is a radio frequency network utilizing the BLUETOOTH protocol. In this example, the network component 182 includes a radio frequency antenna. The network controller 180 controls the pairing of the recreational vehicle 100 with the devices and the communication between the recreational vehicle 100 and the remote devices. Exemplary remote devices are a driver portable communication device 190, a driver audio interface device 192, a passenger portable communication device 194, and a passenger audio interface device 196. Exemplary portable communication devices include cellular telephones, satellite telephones, and other devices capable of sending and receiving communications over an external network. Exemplary cellular telephones include both IOS and android devices, such as IPHONE brand cellular telephones sold by apple, inc (Infinite Loop) way 1, located in curbino, california (zip code 95014), and GALAXY brand cellular telephones sold by samsung electronics, inc. Exemplary communications include audio calls, short message system text, and other types of communications. An exemplary audio interface device includes a headset including a microphone for receiving audio and converting the audio to an electronic signal and a speaker for converting the electronic signal to audio.

The controller 140 also includes a position determiner 184, the position determiner 184 determining a current position of the recreational vehicle 100. The exemplary position determiner 184 is a GPS unit that determines the position of the recreational vehicle 100 based on interaction with the global satellite system.

Although the vehicle controller 140 and the interface controller 156 are shown separately in fig. 3, their functions may be combined. Further, some or all of the functionality of one or more of the network controller 180 and the location determiner 184 may be included as part of the interface controller 156. In one embodiment, it may be desirable to include the functionality of the network controller 180 and the position determiner 184 as part of the interface controller 156 to provide an instrument cluster 160 that may be easily replaced or upgraded. Throughout this application, various features and functions are described in connection with vehicle controller 140, interface controller 156, or a controller generally associated with a vehicle. Either or both of vehicle controller 140 and interface controller 156 may provide the described features and functions.

Memory 142 (fig. 1) may represent a plurality of memories provided locally to powertrain controller 170, brake/traction controller 172, steering controller 174, network controller 180, and location determiner 184. Information recorded or determined by one or more of the powertrain controller 170, the brake/traction controller 172, the steering controller 174, the network controller 180, and the location determiner 184 may be stored on the memory 142. Memory 158 (fig. 1) is one or more non-transitory computer-readable media. Memory 158 may represent a plurality of memories provided locally with interface controller 156 and, if included as part of interface controller 156, one or more of network controller 180 and location determiner 184. Information recorded or determined by one or more of the interface controller 156, the network controller 180, and the location determiner 184 may be stored on the memory 158.

Referring to fig. 4-8, an exemplary motorcycle 200 is shown. Motorcycle 200 includes a front ground engaging member 202 having a front rotational axis 204 (fig. 6), a rear ground engaging member 208 having a rear rotational axis (not shown), a frame assembly 210 supported by

ground engaging members

202, 208 and extending longitudinally between

ground engaging members

202, 208. Referring to fig. 7, the front and rear

ground engaging members

202, 208 are in-line (inline) and centered along the longitudinal centerline plane (L) of the motorcycle 200. Motorcycle 200 also includes a powertrain assembly 212 supported by frame assembly 210. The powertrain assembly 212 includes an engine 214 and a transmission 216. The transmission 216 may be a shiftable transmission or a continuously variable transmission or both. The engine 214 is operatively coupled to the transmission 216 and includes at least one cylinder 218, and illustratively includes two cylinders 218. A fuel tank 220 is fluidly coupled to the engine 214 and is positioned generally above the cylinder 218.

Referring to fig. 4-8, the seat assembly 224 is coupled to the frame assembly 210 and is positioned generally above at least a portion of the powertrain assembly 212. The seat assembly 224 includes an operator seat 226 defined by a seat bottom 228 and a seat back 230 and a passenger seat 232 defined by a seat bottom 234 and a seat back 236.

Referring to fig. 4-7, the vehicle 200 includes an operator area 240, the operator area 240 being generally forward of the seat assembly 224 and rearward of at least a portion of a front fairing 244 of the vehicle 200. The fairing 244 includes an upper extent (upper extent) defined by an upper lip 246. The center point of the upper lip 246 is aligned with the longitudinal centerline plane (L). The cowling 244 extends rearwardly to an aft extent 248, the aft extent 248 being located generally above an upper extent of the fuel tank 220. The cowling 244 is coupled to a front fork assembly 250 of the vehicle 200 and supports a front light 252 forward of the front fork assembly 250. The front fork assembly 250 is operatively coupled to a steering assembly 254. Additional details of cowling 244 and front fork assembly 250 are disclosed in PCT patent application No. PCT/US2014/65012, the entire disclosure of which is expressly incorporated herein by reference.

The operator area 240 includes a steering assembly 254, the steering assembly 254 including a handlebar 256, a right hand grip 258, and a left hand grip 260 that move with the front fork. Operator area 240 is protected by windshield 262.

The operator area 240 also includes a user interface component 270. The user interface assembly 270 includes a first portion 272 supported by the cowling 244, a second portion 274 supported by the handlebar 256 and located adjacent to the left hand grip 260, a third portion 276 supported by the handlebar 256 and located adjacent to the right hand grip 258, and a fourth portion 278 supported by the fuel tank 220. The second and

third portions

274, 276 move with the handlebar 256. Thus, when the rider of the motorcycle 200 turns the handlebar 256, the front fork assembly 250, the front ground engaging member 202, the second portion 274 and the third portion 276 all turn with the handlebar 256. In one embodiment, as the cowling 244 is supported by the front fork assembly 250, the cowling 244 and the first portion 272 of the user interface assembly 270 also rotate with the handlebar 256.

The user interface component 270 includes a number of input devices and output devices. Exemplary input devices include buttons, switches, touch displays, dials, and other devices that receive input from the driver of motorcycle 200. Exemplary output devices include gauges, displays, touch displays, lights, and other devices that provide one or more of a visual output, an audio output, and a tactile output to the driver of motorcycle 200.

The first portion 272 of the user interface assembly 270 includes a first display 280, a second display or meter 282, and a third display or meter 284. In one embodiment, the

displays

280, 282, 284 may be movable or configured to tilt between an upper position and a lower position to accommodate operator preferences. The first display 280 is located intermediate the second display 282 and the third display 284 and is positioned along a longitudinal centerline plane (L) of the motorcycle 200A bit. The display 280, along with the display 282, the display 284, and the display or meter 286 of the fourth section 278 and the display or meter 288 of the fourth section 278 are configured to display operating conditions, environmental conditions, infotainment (e.g., GPS, radio, wireless connection, GPS, etc.) with the vehicle 200,

Connections, audio settings) and/or any other information that may be useful to the driver during operation of the motorcycle 200.

In one embodiment, at least the display 280 is a touch screen display having a plurality of pixels configured to change in response to an operator input. For example, the operator may use his/her finger to select an option on the first display 280 and receive information related to the motorcycle 200, environmental conditions, and the like. In one embodiment, the first display 280 has a generally rectangular cross-section defined by a width 78 and a height 80. Illustratively, the width 78 may be about 5-7 inches, such as 6.2 inches, and the height 80 may be about 3-5 inches, such as 3.8 inches. The second display 282 and the third display 284 may also be defined as rectangular in cross-section, however, the illustrative first display 282 and second display 284 are defined as circular in cross-section.

Additional details regarding motorcycle 200 are provided in PCT patent application No. PCT/US2016/68849, the entire disclosure of which is expressly incorporated herein by reference.

Referring to fig. 8, the display 280 is part of an instrument cluster 300. The instrument cluster 300 also includes a ride picture input button 302, an audio selection input button 304, a power button 306, a connect button 308, a navigation button 310, and a configuration button 311 (fig. 9). Although described or illustrated as buttons 302-311, other input devices including switches, a touch screen area of the display 280, and other suitable devices for providing input to the instrument cluster 300 may also be used. By selecting any of the input buttons 302-311, the operator interface control 156 of the instrument cluster 300 changes the layout presented on the display 280. In addition to the input buttons 302-311, the operator interface controller 156 may also change the screen layout presented on the display 280 in response to inputs provided as part of the second portion 274 of the user interface component 270 and inputs provided as part of the third portion 276 of the user interface component 270.

As shown in fig. 8, the second portion 274 of the user interface assembly 270 includes a left-hand trigger input button 312, a plurality of audio inputs 314, and a plurality of switch inputs 316. The plurality of audio inputs 314 includes a volume up input 318, a volume down input 320, a scroll back input 322, a scroll forward input 324, and an accept selection input 326. Alternatively, in one embodiment, the accept selection input 326 may be an audio input selection to control various audio options, such as a sound mute option and/or an option to play/pause audio. When the accept selection input 326 controls audio input, the accept selection function may be controlled through additional inputs, as further disclosed herein. The plurality of switching inputs 316 includes an up-switching input 328 and a down-switching input 330. Additional details regarding the use of the left-handed toggle input button 312, audio input 314, and toggle input 316 are provided herein. The third portion 276 of the user interface component 270 includes a right-hand trigger input button 332. When the accept selection input 326 controls audio input, the accept selection function may be controlled by any of the

inputs

312, 314, 316, 332. Additional details regarding the interaction between the input of the third portion 276, the user interface component 270, and the instrument cluster 300 are disclosed herein.

Referring to fig. 9-11, three

ride layouts

571, 573, and 575 for display 280 are shown. Each ride picture layout is a customized picture selected by the operator of the vehicle 200. Referring to fig. 16, a representation of a first screen layout 340 is shown. The screen layout 340 includes a first area 342 and a second area 344. The

regions

342, 344 are positioned side-by-side in a non-overlapping arrangement on the display 280. In other embodiments, the area 342 is located above 344 on the display 280. Each of the

regions

342 and 344 can be customized by an operator of the vehicle 200. The operator may select information to be displayed in each of the

areas

342 and 344 from a preset list of options. In one embodiment, the predefined options for

areas

342 and 344 include a trip 1 screen layout, a trip 2 screen layout, a ride data screen layout, a vehicle status screen layout, a vehicle information screen layout, an audio screen layout, a connection status screen layout, a map/navigation screen layout, and a custom image screen layout.

Referring to fig. 17, a selection screen layout 343 is shown. Selecting the screen layout 342 provides the operator of the vehicle 200 with various options for the

regions

342 and 344 for selection. The operator of the vehicle 200 navigates to the first area 342 by selecting the configure button 311 (fig. 9). In one embodiment, the operator may scroll through a left selection list 345 corresponding to region 342 and a right selection list 346 corresponding to region 344 by sliding his finger across the touch screen of the display 280. The operator then makes a selection by touching the desired options screen to be displayed in

areas

342 and 344, as indicated by the outlined options shown in second area 344 and selection 345. Once the selection is made, the operator touches the done area 347 of the first area 342 to select the highlighted option. The selected option is stored in the memory 158 of the instrument cluster 300.

Referring to fig. 18A, a first tour option screen layout 350 is shown. The screen layout may be for the trip 1 option and the trip 2 option. As shown in fig. 18A, the first travel option screen layout 350 includes: an indication of the distance traveled since the bicycle odometer was set 352; a remaining fuel travelable distance indicator 354, the indicator 354 providing an indication of the remaining miles that can be traveled based on the fuel level in the fuel tank 220; an average miles per gallon (miles per gallon) indicator 356; an instantaneous miles per gallon indicator 358; an elapsed time indicator 360; and an average speed indicator 362. Further, a reset input section 364 is provided at the upper left corner of the first travel option screen layout 350. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that the values reported in indicators 352-362 are based on calculations made by one or more controllers of vehicle 200 based on sensor values received from one or more sensors 144 of vehicle 200.

Referring to fig. 18B, a second travel option screen layout 364 is shown. This screen layout may be used for both the trip 1 option and the trip 2 option. As shown in fig. 18B, the second travel option screen layout 364 includes: an indicator 366 of the distance traveled since the bicycle odometer was set; a remaining fuel travelable distance indicator 368, the indicator 368 providing an indication of the remaining miles that can be traveled based on the fuel level in the fuel tank 220; an average miles per gallon indicator 370; an instantaneous miles per gallon indicator 372; an elapsed time indicator 374; and an average speed indicator 376. Further, a reset input 378 is provided in a lower central portion of the reset input 378. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that the values reported in indicators 352-362 are based on calculations made by one or more controllers of vehicle 200 based on sensor values received from one or more sensors 144 of vehicle 200.

Referring to fig. 19A, a first exemplary screen layout 380 of a ride data screen is shown. The first exemplary screen layout 380 includes a forward direction indicator 382, a moving time indicator 384, a stop time indicator 386, a height indicator 388, and a height change indicator 390. The travel time indicator 384 provides an indication of the elapsed time that the vehicle 200 is in motion. The stop time indicator 386 provides an elapsed time for the amount of time the vehicle 200 has stopped. The height change indicator 390 provides an indication of the change between the highest height reading and the lowest height reading of the vehicle 200 during the current power on of the vehicle 200. Further, a reset input 391 is provided at the upper left corner of the first stroke option screen layout 350. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that the values reported in indicators 352-362 are based on calculations made by one or more controllers of vehicle 200 based on sensor values received from one or more sensors 144 of vehicle 200.

Referring to fig. 19B, a first exemplary screen layout 392 of a ride data screen is shown. The first exemplary screen layout 380 includes a forward direction indicator 394, a move time indicator 396, a stop time indicator 398, an altitude indicator 400, and an altitude change indicator 402. The travel time indicator 384 provides an indication of the elapsed time that the vehicle 200 is in motion. The stop time indicator 386 provides an elapsed time for the amount of time the vehicle 200 has stopped. The height change indicator 390 provides an indication of the change between the highest height reading and the lowest height reading of the vehicle 200 during the current power on of the vehicle 200. Further, a reset input 391 is provided at the upper left corner of the first stroke option screen layout 350. Further, the reset input 404 is provided in a lower central portion of the reset input 404. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that the values reported in indicators 352-362 are based on calculations made by one or more controllers of vehicle 200 based on sensor values received from one or more sensors 144 of vehicle 200.

Referring to FIG. 20A, a first exemplary vehicle information screen layout 410 is shown. Vehicle information screen layout 410 includes miles per hour indicator 412, distance to empty indicator 414, rpm indicator 416, and gear indicator 418. The gear indicator 418 provides an indication of the current gear setting of the transmission 216 of the vehicle 200. The current gear is different in color from the remaining gear indicator. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that the values reported in indicators 352-362 are based on calculations made by one or more controllers of vehicle 200 based on sensor values received from one or more sensors 144 of vehicle 200.

Referring to FIG. 20B, a second exemplary vehicle information screen layout 420 is shown. The screen layout 420 includes a miles per hour indicator 422, a distance to empty indicator 424, a current gear indicator 426, a front tire pressure indicator 428, a rear tire pressure indicator 430, and a power level indicator 432 for accessories of the vehicle 200. Exemplary accessories include heating grips provided for the right hand grip 258 and the left hand grip 260 of the vehicle 200 and a heater for the seat bottom 228. In one embodiment, the screen layout 420 may display controls and inputs for managing the operation of the heating grips and/or the heater for the seat bottom 228. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that the values reported in indicators 422-432 are based on calculations made by one or more controllers of vehicle 200 based on sensor values received from one or more sensors 144 of vehicle 200.

Referring to fig. 21A, a first exemplary vehicle status screen layout 440 includes a front tire pressure indicator 442, a rear tire pressure indicator 444, an oil life indicator 446, a vehicle accessory status indicator 448, a failed engine hours (lap engine hours) indicator 450, and a to oil change miles indicator 452. Exemplary vehicle accessories include heated grips for right hand grip 258 and left hand grip 260. The to oil change mile indicator 452 provides an indication of the expected number of miles the vehicle can travel before the next oil change of the vehicle 200 is required. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that the values reported in indicators 442-452 are based on calculations made by one or more controllers of vehicle 200 based on sensor values received from one or more sensors 144 of vehicle 200. As shown in fig. 21A, screen layout 440 may also display an image of vehicle 200 at 1330. In one embodiment, the image 1330 showing the vehicles 200 in screen layout 440 changes with each vehicle 200 to correctly identify the type of vehicle (e.g., touring motorcycle, cruiser motorcycle, utility vehicle, etc.) the user is operating. For example, the image 1330 may be altered by sending a CAN or other signal to the VCU 111 or another component of the vehicle 200 to identify the type of vehicle the user is operating. Once the vehicle identification information is obtained, the correct image will be shown in screen layout 440 to match vehicle 200.

Referring to FIG. 21B, a second exemplary vehicle status screen layout 460 is shown. The vehicle status layout 460 includes a front tire pressure indicator 462, a rear tire pressure indicator 464, a vehicle accessory status indicator 466, an oil life indicator 468, and a to change mile indicator 470. An exemplary vehicle accessory includes a heated grip. The to-oil mile indicator 470 provides an indication of the expected number of miles the vehicle can travel before the next oil change of the vehicle 200 is required. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that the values reported in indicators 462-470 are based on calculations made by one or more controllers of vehicle 200 based on sensor values received from one or more sensors 144 of vehicle 200.

Referring to fig. 22A, a first exemplary audio picture layout 474 is shown. The audio frame layout 474 includes an audio band indicator 476, a station indicator 478, a song indicator 480, a category indicator 482, a frequency indicator 484, a mute input 486, a previous store preference input 488, and a next store preset input 490. In one embodiment, the audio band indicator 476 allows the operator to change audio sources as the display 280 displays multiple layouts or regions of information.

Referring to fig. 22B, a second exemplary audio picture layout 494 is shown. The audio screen layout 494 includes a song or album graphic indicator 496, a song duration indicator 498, a song name indicator 500, an artist indicator 502, an album indicator 504, and a pause input 506.

Referring to fig. 23, an exemplary connection screen layout 520 is shown. The connection screen layout 520 includes a first region 522 and a second region 534. The first region 522 includes a driver portable communication device connection status indicator 524 for the driver portable communication device 190, a signal strength indicator 526 for the driver portable communication device 190, a battery life indicator 528 for the driver portable communication device 190, a call status indicator 530 for the driver portable communication device 190, and a text message status indicator 532 for the driver portable communication device 190. The second region 534 provides a driver audio interface device connection status indicator 536 for the driver audio interface device 192. In one embodiment, the connection screen layout 520 also includes indicators for the passenger portable communication device 194 and the passenger audio interface device 196. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that the values reported in the indicators of the regions 522 and 534 are received by one or more controllers of the vehicle 200 from the respective driver portable communication device 190 and driver audio interface device 192. The driver portable communication device 190, the driver audio interface device 192, the passenger portable communication device 194 and the passenger audio interface device 196 can be connected to the motorcycle 200 by one or more wired connections or by one or more wireless connections. Exemplary wired connections include through one or more USB inputs on the motorcycle 200. Exemplary wireless connections include through the bluetooth protocol over a radio frequency network.

Referring to fig. 24, an exemplary map/navigation screen layout 540 is shown. Map/navigation screen layout 540 includes map 542, vehicle position indicator 544, zoom-out input 546, and zoom-in input 548. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that the position indicator 544 is based on information received by one or more controllers of the vehicle 200 from the position determiner 184. Further, the zoom-out input 546 and the zoom-in input 548 control the zoom level associated with the map 542. The map 542 may display additional information including point of interest information, traffic information, and other types of information. Exemplary information for presentation via map/navigation screen layout 540 is disclosed in PCT patent application No. PCT/US2014/018638 entitled "RECREATION VEHICLE INTERACTIVE TELEMETRY, MAPPING, AND TRIP PLANNING SYSTEM" (attorney docket No.: PLR-00 TC-25635-04P-WO-E), filed on 26.2.2014, the entire disclosure of which is expressly incorporated herein by reference. Further, the motorcycle 200 may be associated with a group of other recreational vehicles and information related to the group may be presented via the map/navigation screen layout 540. Exemplary group information is disclosed in PCT patent application No. PCT/US2017/17122, the entire disclosure of which is expressly incorporated herein by reference.

Referring to fig. 25, a representation of a first screen layout 550 for the display 280 is shown. The screen layout 550 includes a first area 552, a second area 554, a third screen area 556, and a fourth screen area 558. Regions 552 through 558 are positioned in a non-overlapping arrangement on display 280. Each of regions 552 through 558 may be customizable by an operator of vehicle 200. The operator may select information to be displayed in each of the areas 552 to 558 from a preset list of options.

In one embodiment, the predefined options for area 556 and area 558 include a map screen layout, a trip 1 screen layout, a trip 2 screen layout, and an audio screen layout. FIG. 26 illustrates selection of a map screen layout 560 for an area 558. Fig. 27 shows a selection screen layout 562 for one of the area 556 and the area 558. The operator selects area 588 via the touch screen of display 280 and submenu 564 is presented on display 280. The operator then selects the desired screen layout via the touch screen of the display 280. The selected option is stored in the memory 158 of the instrument cluster 300.

In one embodiment, the predefined options for region 552 and region 554 include a vehicle speed screen layout, a vehicle rpm screen layout, a vehicle battery volt screen layout, a distance to empty screen layout, a gear indicator screen layout, an engine status screen layout, a fuel level screen layout, a connection screen layout, a tire pressure screen layout, and a vehicle accessory screen layout. FIG. 28 illustrates a selection of a distance to empty screen layout 566 for region 552. FIG. 27 shows a selection screen layout 568 for one of region 552 and region 554. The operator selects area 552 through a touch screen of display 280 and submenu 570 is presented on display 280. The operator then selects a desired screen layout via the touch screen of the display 280. The selected option is stored in the memory 158 of the instrument cluster 300.

Returning to fig. 9-11, a first ride screen layout 571 (fig. 9) includes a first trip option screen layout 350 for the first area 342 and a map/navigation screen layout 540 for the second area 344, a second ride screen layout 573 (fig. 10) includes a first exemplary audio screen layout 474 for the first area 342 and a custom image screen layout 576 for the second area 344, and a third ride screen layout 575 (fig. 11) includes a first exemplary screen layout 380 for the first area 342 and a first exemplary vehicle status screen layout 440 for the second area 344. Custom image screen layout 576 displays the current image stored in memory 158 or displays the user-provided image also stored in memory 158. The operator can sequentially cycle through the three

ride pictures

571, 573, 575 presented in fig. 9-11 by repeatedly selecting the ride picture input button 302 of the instrument cluster 300.

Referring to fig. 12, an audio screen layout 580 for the display 280 of the instrument cluster 300 is shown. When the operator selects the audio selection input button 304 of the instrument cluster 300, an audio screen layout 580 is presented on the display 280. The audio screen layout 580 includes an audio source selection input 582 in which the operator can select between the FM band, the AM band, the source of the antenna, the audio source from the connected device bluetooth, and the audio source from the USB connected device. The audio screen layout 580 also includes a volume down input 584, a volume up input 586, and a mute input 588. Further, audio screen layout 580 includes a plurality of preferences 590 listed across the bottom of audio screen layout 580. Additional preferences may be displayed via selection input 592 of audio screen layout 580. The audio screen layout 580 also presents a category selection input 594 and a discovery input 596. By selecting a particular category through input 594 and selecting discovery input 596, the controller of vehicle 200 scans the FM band to discover radio stations matching the selected category. In this manner, when the operator of vehicle 200 is outside of their local driving area, the operator of vehicle 200 may populate their presets with stations corresponding to the desired categories.

Referring to fig. 13, a power-off screen layout 600 for the display 280 of the instrument cluster 300 is shown. The power-off screen layout 600 is displayed in response to the operator selecting the power button 306 of the instrument cluster 300. Selecting the power button 306 for a first duration results in the display of the power-down screen layout 600. Further, selecting the power button 306 for a second, longer duration results in the display 280 being turned off (i.e., a black screen), but audio may still be played or otherwise distributed to the user. This allows the user to turn off the display 280 at night, for example, to avoid glare, while still allowing the user to have music, telephone, or other audio input. Further, selecting the power button 306 for a third and longer duration causes the display 280 of the instrument cluster 300 (including both the display 280 and all audio inputs) to be completely off. In this manner, the power down screen layout 600 allows the operator to have three different power down options. Further, as shown in FIG. 13, the power down screen layout 600 includes an indication of the current time.

Referring to fig. 14, an exemplary connection screen layout 602 is shown. The connection screen layout 602 includes a first area 604 and a second area 606. The first region 604 includes a driver portable communication device connection status indicator 608 for the driver portable communication device 190, a signal strength indicator 610 for the driver portable communication device 190, a battery life indicator 612 for the driver portable communication device 190, an outgoing call selection input 614, and a composed text message input 616. The outgoing call input unit 614 transmits an instruction to request the outgoing call to the driver portable communication device 190. In a similar manner, selection of composition text message input 616 sends a request to driver portable communication device 190 to begin a new text message. The second region 606 provides a driver audio interface connection status identifier 618 for the driver audio interface device 192. In one embodiment, the connection screen layout 602 also includes indicators for the passenger portable communication device 194 and the passenger audio interface device 196. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that the values reported in the indicators of the area 604 and the area 606 are received by one or more controllers of the vehicle 200 from the respective driver portable communication device 190 and the driver audio interface device 192.

Referring to fig. 15, an exemplary map/navigation screen layout 620 for the display 280 of the instrument cluster 300 is shown. A map/navigation screen layout is presented on the display 280 in response to a user selecting the navigation button 310 of the instrument cluster 300. Turn by turn navigation (turn by turn navigation) instructions, point of interest and address lookup functionality, and pinch zoom functionality may be provided to the operator via map/navigation screen layout 620.

In addition to being able to navigate among the first, second, third,

ride layouts

571, 573, 575, audio screen layouts 580, the connection screen layout 602, and the map/navigation screen layout 620 by using the ride screen input button 302, the audio selection input button 304, the connection button 308, and the navigation button 310, the operator of the motorcycle 200 can also cycle through screens through inputs provided as part of the second portion 274 of the user interface component 270 and/or the third portion 276 of the user interface component 270.

Referring to fig. 30, an exemplary processing sequence for one or more controllers of the vehicle 200 is shown. As shown in fig. 30, the operator of vehicle 200 may sequentially cycle through a first ride layout 571, a second ride layout 573, a third ride layout 575, an audio screen layout 580, a connection screen layout 602, and a map/navigation screen layout 620 by repeatedly selecting the left-hand trigger input button 312 of the second portion 274 of user interface component 270. In this manner, the operator can view each frame without having to remove his or her hands from the handlebar 256. It is also noted that with this arrangement the motorcycle 200 does not include a main screen, but rather provides easy navigation between a plurality of different screen layouts. In one embodiment, the connection screen layout 602 may be omitted.

When the map/navigation screen layout 620 is presented on the display 280, the operator of the motorcycle 200 can select other features of the map/navigation screen layout 620 as detailed in the processing sequence 632 shown in fig. 31. The operator of the vehicle 200 enters a sub-feature of the map/navigation screen layout 620 by actuating the right-hand trigger input button 332 of the third portion 276. Upon actuation of the right-hand trigger input button 332, the point of interest input is highlighted, as indicated by block 634. By actuating right-hand trigger input button 332 a second time, as shown at block 636, a list of points of interest, such as gas stations, restaurants, camps, etc., is displayed. The point of interest option may also allow the operator to identify preferred points of interest and these locations may be stored by name, geographic information (e.g., geographic coordinates), or any other identifying information for easy access by the operator when searching for preferred points of interest. The operator may switch the list of points of interest down as shown in block 638 by actuation of the switch input 330 or up as shown in block 640 by actuation of the switch input 328. Alternatively, the operator may call up the sorted list as shown in block 642 by actuation of the left hand trigger input button 312 back to the main floor to the highlighted point of interest input or by actuation of the right hand trigger input button 332. Once the sort list is displayed, the operator may toggle the sort down as shown at block 644 by actuation of the down-switch input 330 and the sort list up as shown at block 646 by actuation of the up-switch input 328. Alternatively, the operator may select the destination as indicated by block 648 by actuation of input 332. Further actuation of the input 332 causes a navigation command to be initiated as indicated at block 650. The navigation instructions provide one or more audio and visual cues to guide an operator of the vehicle 200 to a destination based on the current location of the vehicle 200. Alternatively, the operator may return to the sorted list by actuation of the input 312.

Returning to block 634, the operator may choose to return to the map/navigation screen layout 620 by actuation of the left hand trigger input button 312 or proceed to highlight the favorites list as shown in block 652 by selecting the up-switch input 328. In one embodiment, the preference includes a user-selected destination stored in memory associated with one or more controllers of the vehicle 200. From block 652, the operator may proceed to highlight the nearest destination option as shown at block 654 by actuating the down-switch input 330 back to block 634, by actuating the left-hand trigger input button 312 back to the map/navigation screen layout 620, or by actuating the up-switch input 328. The most recent destination option in one embodiment includes the destination that the vehicle 200 has recently visited. From block 654, the operator may proceed to block 634 by actuation of the up-switch input 328, return to block 352 by actuation of the down-switch input 330, or return to the map/navigation screen layout 620 by actuation of the left-hand trigger input button 312. Returning to block 652, the user may choose to display the favorites list as shown in block 656 by actuation of the right-hand trigger input button 332. The user may toggle the favorites list down as shown at block 658 by actuation of the toggle-down input 330 or up as shown at block 660 by actuation of the input 328. Alternatively, the user may select the highlighted favorite as shown at block 662 by actuation of the left hand trigger input button 312 back to block 652 or by actuation of the right hand trigger input button 332. From block 662, the operator may begin navigation to the selected destination by actuation of the left-hand trigger input button 312 back to the favorites list or by actuation of the right-hand trigger input button 332.

Returning to block 654, the operator may elect to display the recent destination list as indicated by block 664 by actuation of the right-hand trigger input button 332. The operator may switch the recent destination list downward as shown at block 668 by actuation of input 330 or upward as shown at block 670 by actuation of input 328. Alternatively, the operator may return to block 654 by actuation of input 312 or select the nearest destination as shown at block 672 by actuation of right-hand trigger input button 332. The operator may choose to begin navigation by actuation of the right-hand trigger input button 332 or to return to the recent destination list by actuation of the input 312. Once navigation is selected as indicated at block 650, the display 280 returns to the map/navigation screen layout 620 to provide updates regarding the location of the vehicle 200 and instructions to the selected destination.

It will be appreciated that the user may toggle through the information on the display 280 by actuating the

input buttons

312, 332 in a predetermined manner. For example, the user may press or otherwise actuate input button 312 and/or input button 332 one or more times (e.g., at least two times) to toggle through information or options displayed on display 280. Alternatively, the user may press and hold the input button 312 and/or the input button 332 for a predetermined length of time to also effect a change on the display 280 (e.g., toggle through information on the display 280). In one embodiment, pressing and holding the input button 312 and/or the input button 332 for a predetermined length of time may be defined as a plurality of inputs or a plurality of actuations on the

inputs

312, 332. For example, pressing and holding the input button 312 for a first period of time may be considered a first actuation, and holding for a second period of time, longer than the first period of time, may be considered a second actuation.

Referring to fig. 32, a representation of a motorcycle 200, a driver portable communication device 190, a driver audio interface device 192, a passenger portable communication device 194, and a passenger audio interface device 196. The driver portable communication device 190, the driver audio interface device 192, the passenger portable communication device 194 and the passenger audio interface device 196 can be connected to the motorcycle 200 by one or more wired connections or by one or more wireless connections. Each of the driver audio interface device 192 and the passenger audio interface device 196 includes at least one microphone and at least one speaker. Exemplary wired connections include through one or more USB inputs on the motorcycle 200. Exemplary wireless connections include through the bluetooth protocol over a radio frequency network. In one embodiment, each of the driver portable communication device 190, the driver audio interface device 192, the passenger portable communication device 194, and the passenger audio interface device 196 are paired with the motorcycle 200 via a bluetooth protocol over a radio frequency network. In one embodiment, the vehicle controller 140 of the motorcycle 200 is configured to communicate with at least three of the driver portable communication device 190, the driver audio interface device 192, the passenger

portable communication devices

194 and 196 over a wireless network. In one embodiment, the vehicle controller 140 of the motorcycle 200 is configured to communicate with each of the driver portable communication device 190, the driver audio interface device 192, the passenger

portable communication devices

194 and 196 over a wireless network.

Referring to fig. 33, the vehicle controller 140 is configured to communicate with each of the driver portable communication device 190, the driver audio interface device 192, the passenger portable communication device 194, and the passenger audio interface device 196 over a wireless network. When a call is initiated by the driver portable communication device 190 or received by the driver portable communication device 190, the vehicle controller 140 routes audio information received from the driver portable communication device 190 to the driver audio interface device 192 through the motorcycle 200 and routes audio information received from the driver audio interface device 192 to the driver portable communication device 190 through the motorcycle 200. The audio information is not routed to either of the passenger portable communication device 194 or the passenger audio interface device 196. Referring to fig. 34, when a call is initiated by the passenger portable communication device 194 or received by the passenger portable communication device 194, the vehicle controller 140 routes audio information received from the passenger portable communication device 194 to the passenger audio interface device 196 through the motorcycle 200 and routes audio information received from the passenger audio interface device 196 to the passenger portable communication device 194 through the motorcycle 200. The audio information is not routed to either of the driver portable communication device 190 or the driver audio interface device 192.

Referring to fig. 35, an exemplary processing sequence 700 for processing an incoming call through the vehicle associated controller 140 is shown. The processing sequence 700 will be described with reference to the driver portable communication device 190 and the driver audio interface device 192, but is equally applicable to the passenger portable communication device 194 and the passenger audio interface device 196. The driver portable communication device 190 receives the incoming call, as shown in block 702. The driver portable communication device 190 then notifies the vehicle controller 140 of the incoming call, as shown in block 704. As shown in block 706, the vehicle controller 140 provides an indication of the incoming call to the user. Exemplary indications of an incoming call include audio indicators, visual indicators, and tactile indicators.

Referring to FIG. 36, an exemplary visual indicator 708 displayed on the display 280 is shown. The indicator 708 provides information 710 about the incoming call, an answer input 712 for accepting the incoming call, and an ignore input 714 for rejecting the incoming call. In one embodiment, the operator may provide an indication of a response or an indication of an override as a verbal command via the driver audio interface device 192.

Returning to FIG. 35, as shown at block 716, the operator makes a decision to accept the call or to ignore the call. If the call is not accepted, the call notification indicator 708 is removed from the first display 280 as shown in block 718. If the call is accepted, the vehicle controller 140 sends a request to the driver portable communication device 190 to accept the call and sends the call audio to the vehicle associated controller as shown in block 720. As shown in block 722, the driver portable communication device 190 receives a request to accept the call. The driver portable communication device 190 accepts the call as shown in block 724. As represented by block 726, the driver portable communication device 190 sends and receives audio information from its cellular connection with the vehicle controller 140. As shown in block 728, the vehicle controller 140 transmits audio to and receives audio from the driver portable communication device 190 over the Bluetooth wireless network. The vehicle controller 140 also sends and receives audio to and from the driver audio interface device 192, as shown in block 730.

Referring to fig. 39, an exemplary processing sequence 750 for the vehicle controller 140 is shown. Process sequence 750 details how the call is placed with driver portable communication device 190. The processing sequence 750 will be described with reference to the driver portable communication device 190 and the driver audio interface device 192, although it is equally applicable to the passenger portable communication device 194 and the passenger audio interface device 196. The vehicle controller 140 accepts the request to place the call, as shown at block 752. In one embodiment, a request to place a call is received through the first display 280. In one embodiment, the request to place a call is a voice command received from the driver audio interface device 192. As shown at block 754, the vehicle controller 140 sends a request to the driver portable communication device 190 to place a call and sends a request to route audio back to the vehicle controller 140. The driver portable communication device 190 receives the request to place the call, as shown in block 756. As represented by block 758, the driver portable communication device 190 places a call. As represented by block 760, the driver portable communication device 190 sends and receives audio from its cellular connection to the vehicle controller 140. As represented by block 762, the vehicle controller 140 transmits audio to and receives audio from the driver portable communication device 190 over a Bluetooth wireless network. In addition, as shown at block 764, the vehicle controller 140 transmits and receives audio to and from the driver audio interface device 192 over the bluetooth network.

Referring to fig. 38, an incoming text notification indicator 800 is displayed on the display 280. The incoming text notification indicator 800 provides information about the text sender and information 802 of the text sender. The operator may select a quick reply input 804 or a close input 806 provided on the display 280.

As can be seen in fig. 36 and 38, the exemplary visual indicator 708 and incoming text notification indicator 800 are overlaid on the screen layout of the display 280 that is then currently displayed. Referring to FIG. 37, an exemplary visual indicator 708 and incoming text notification indicator 800 are both displayed regardless of which screen is displayed on the display 280. In addition to selecting the answer input 712 or ignore input 714 for the call indicator 708 or selecting the quick reply input 804 or close input 806 for the incoming text notification indicator 800, the operator may also utilize inputs provided in the second portion 274 of the user interface component 270 and the third portion 276 of the user interface component 270. In response to the example visual indicator 708, the operator may choose to ignore the call as shown in block 810 by actuating the left-hand trigger input button 312 or to answer the call as shown in block 812 by actuating the right-hand trigger input button 332. If the call has been answered, the operator may end the call as indicated by block 814 by actuation of input 312. With the incoming text notification indicator 800 displayed on the first display 280, the operator may choose to ignore text as shown at block 816 by actuation of the input 312 or to activate a quick reply list as shown at block 818 by actuation of the input 332. The operator may exit the quick reply list as indicated at block 820 by actuation of the left hand trigger input button 312. Further, the operator may toggle the quick reply list up as shown at block 822 by actuation of input 328 or down as shown at block 824 by actuation of input 330. Further, once an appropriate reply has been selected, the operator may choose to send the selected reply as shown at block 830 by actuation of the right-hand trigger input button 332.

Referring to fig. 40, the vehicle 200 includes a powertrain 110, an electrical system 109, a plurality of accessories 1100, and a sensor 144. Electrical system 109 may be electrically coupled to server system 1200 to store and/or access various information for vehicle 200. The server system 1200 can also be accessed via a plurality of other computing devices, such as mobile devices (e.g., mobile phones or tablet devices) and/or computing devices having web browsers installed thereon. Server system 1200, electrical system 109, and any components or genera of vehicle 200The components or accessories on the user or passenger may be connected via any wired or wireless communication system, mechanism or process, such as via wifi communication,

Cellular systems, satellite systems, etc. are operatively coupled together. A plurality of third party data services may be integrated with information communicated to the operator of the vehicle 200 and the owner of the mobile device or computer device. The data services provided by the data providers allow for the integration of various types of data in a user interface coordinated by the server system 1200. In the illustrated embodiment, the data providers may include a map data provider, a weather data provider, a GIS data provider, and a trail condition data provider. Various data providers are communicatively interconnected with the server system 1200 via a network, such as the internet. Further, such networks are used by users of mobile or computing devices for communicative interconnection with the server SYSTEM 1200, as disclosed in PCT patent application No. PCT/US2014/018638 entitled "RECREATION VEHICLE INTERACTIVE TELEMETRY, MAPPING, AND TRIP PLANNING SYSTEM" (attorney docket No.: PLR-00 TC-25635-04P-WO-E), filed on 26.2.2014, the entire disclosure of which is expressly incorporated herein by reference.

In one embodiment, as shown in fig. 40, electrical system 109 includes a controller area network ("CAN") interface 1202 electrically coupled to a vehicle control unit ("VCU") 111, wherein the vehicle control unit includes at least an alternate embodiment display 1000, at least one controller 140, and a plurality of sensors 144, such as temperature sensors, speed sensors, pressure sensors, and any other sensors configured to determine parameters of any component of vehicle 200. As shown in fig. 40, the controller 140 is operatively coupled to the powertrain 110, the accessories 1100, and the display 1000 to receive information from various components of the vehicle 200 and to send information related to these components to the display 1000 for viewing by an operator. For example, the controller 140 is also coupled to a communication interface 1204, which may be a cellular or satellite communication interface capable of connecting to the server system 1200. The illustrative display 1000 is configured to provide various data or information related to operating conditions of the vehicle 200, environmental conditions, infotainment (e.g., radio), vehicle location, and/or any other information that may be useful to an operator during operation of the vehicle 200 via a global positioning system ("GPS") antenna, a wireless connection, and/or any other information.

In one embodiment, as shown in FIG. 8, the display 1000 may be supported on the vehicle 200 as a display 280 during operation of the vehicle 200 and positioned longitudinally in front of the operator, as disclosed in PCT patent application No. PCT/US2016/68849, the entire disclosure of which is expressly incorporated herein by reference. An illustrative embodiment of a display 1000 is shown in FIG. 41. The display 1000 may be a color touch screen display having a plurality of pixels configured to change in response to operator input. For example, the operator may use his/her finger to select an option on the display 1000 and receive information related to the vehicle 200, environmental conditions, and the like. The display 1000 may include a plurality of sensors, such as pressure sensors or capacitive sensors (not shown) to determine the presence of an operator's finger on the display 1000. As such, the display 1000 is configured to distinguish the presence of mud, dirt, or debris on the display 1000 from the operator's fingers, such that only the operator's fingers on the display 1000 access various information and options on the display 1000. In one embodiment, the sensors of display 1000 allow touch operation of display 1000 regardless of whether the operator is wearing gloves.

Further, as shown in fig. 41, the display 1000, the cowling 244, and/or the handlebars 256 may support a plurality of inputs 1026 that also allow the operator to change the information presented on the display 1000 and also allow access to various features of the vehicle 200 (e.g., radio, GPS, etc.),

Power input and other infotainment options). Illustratively, the input 1026 may define a hard button or lower positioned on the cowling 244 (FIG. 8) below the display 1000The button is pressed. The input section 1026 may allow quick access to specific information by touching the input section 1026 and may also allow the operator to switch through various screens on the display 1000. For example, as shown in fig. 41, the input section 1026 may include: a meter input 1044 that allows an operator to immediately switch between various screens on the display 1000, as disclosed herein; an infotainment input 1046 that allows the operator to quickly access music and provide the operator with other entertainment options via radio or other media; a location input 1048 that allows an operator immediate access to GPS information and maps, as disclosed herein; a connection input 1050 that allows the operator to immediately access his/her phone or other communication device via the CAN interface 1202; and a setting input 1052 that allows the operator quick access to various settings for the display 1000 and the vehicle 200.

Referring to fig. 41, the display 1000 is configured to display a plurality of screens having various information to an operator and allow the operator to change an output on the display 1000 during operation of the vehicle 200. In one embodiment, the display 1000 includes a primary or home screen 1002 that displays current information related to the operation of the vehicle 200. For example, home screen 1002 includes a plurality of regions configured to display information related to vehicle speed, coolant or oil temperature, battery life or voltage, fuel quantity, transmission gear, and the like. Illustratively, the main screen 1002 includes a speed portion 1030, a tachometer portion 1032, an odometer portion 1034, a battery portion 1036, a fuel amount portion 1038, a gear portion 1040, and a drive wheels portion 1042 that output the vehicle to the operator, where the drive wheels portion 1042 indicates whether the vehicle 200 is in an all-wheel drive mode, a four-wheel drive mode, or a two-wheel drive mode.

Further, as shown in fig. 41, the home screen 1002 includes a status bar 1028 on the upper portion of the display 1000. The status bar 1028 may include the status of the operator's phone (i.e., whether the phone passed through at the connection 1054)

Connect to the vehicle 200, and whether text is present at the telephone announcement section 1056The present message or missed call). Additionally, the state bar 1028 may also indicate ambient temperature at the temperature portion 1058, direction of the vehicle 200 at the compass portion 1060, and time at the clock portion 1062. Any other features, indicators, notifications, or information may be included in the status bar 1028, and in one embodiment, the display 1000 is configured for customization by the operator to allow the operator to see any desired information in a given frame of the display 1000. The status bar 1028 is configured to remain on the upper portion of the display 1000 regardless of the screen or output displayed to the operator. Thus, the status bar 1028 is universally used for all frames on the display 1000.

Further, when the operator touches and releases or slides his/her finger downward from state bar 1028, display 1000 may provide the operator with a number of options, such as an option to switch to another screen, to view the status of other components, features, or accessories of vehicle 200, and/or to review any notifications related to vehicle 200 or accessory 1100. In this manner, the status bar 1028 may also provide a return feature of the display 1000 so that the operator may utilize a drop-down menu in the status bar 1028 to access other information about the previous screen or advance to other screens. Alternatively, the display 1000 may be configured such that when the operator desires to return to a previous screen, such as the home screen 1002, the operator may slide his/her finger to the right or left along the display 1000. In addition to using his/her fingers on the display 1000, the operator may also access other screens on the display 1000 by touching the input on the display 1000, the cowling 244, and/or the handlebars 256.

As shown in fig. 42, one of screens provided on the display 1000 is an option screen 1004 configured to display a plurality of options related to various information that can be output on the display 1000 to the operator. For example, the option screen 1004 includes a plurality of input sections 1006, which may indicate each specific function or information in a text or graphic manner by a text or a visual image. In one embodiment, the inputs 1006 listed on the options screen 1004 include a power or on/off input 1008, a drive mode input 1010, an accessory input 1012, a setting input 1014, a diagnostic input 1016, a suspension setting input 1018, a clutch setting input 1020, a speed key input 1022, and a drive status input 1024. Once at the options screen 1004, the operator may navigate through the options screen 1004 to access various information related to the vehicle 200, accessories, ambient conditions, etc., as disclosed herein and in accordance with fig. 43.

The display 1000 may be configured to output various information to an operator in a variety of ways. For example, the display 1000 may be configured to display information in a dual analog, digital, or standard manner with scrolling on the left and/or right side of the display 1000 through manual or numeric scroll bars (not shown) of options on the screen.

It is understood that various illustrative embodiments are disclosed herein that are configured to provide options and information to display 1000, however, an operator may be able to customize or otherwise configure display 1000 and/or VCU 111 to provide any information related to vehicle 200. As such, the illustrative embodiments disclosed herein are not intended to be exhaustive and merely provide examples of information that an operator may access via the display 1000. Additional details of the display 1000 AND illustrative embodiments disclosed herein may be disclosed in PCT patent application No. PCT/US2014/018638 entitled "RECREATION VEHICLE INTERACTIVE TELEMETRY, MAPPING, AND TRIP PLANNING SYSTEM" (attorney docket No. PLR-00 TC-25635-04P-WO-E), filed on 26.2.2014, the entire disclosure of which is expressly incorporated herein by reference.

Power input unit

Referring to fig. 42 and 43, the display 1000 may be turned on automatically when the vehicle 200 is turned on via a key, push button, remote starter, security key, electronic key (fob), or any other means. Alternatively, the display 1000 may not be turned on until the operator explicitly turns on the display 1000. For example, when an operator views the display 1000, the operator may first notice whether the display 1000 is on. If the vehicle 200 is not turned on, the display 1000 may not be turned on. However, if the vehicle 200 is turned on, the operator may turn on the display 1000 through the power input 1008. In one embodiment, the power input 1008 is displayed on the options screen 1004, however, the display 1000, the cowling 244, and/or the handlebars 256 may also include a power input (not shown) within the input 1026 (fig. 41) to turn on the display 1000 when the options screen 1004 is not visible.

Still referring to fig. 42, with the display 1000 on, the operator may access the options screen 1004 by selecting one of the inputs 1026, sliding his/her finger left or right on the display 1000, and/or accessing a pull-down menu from the status bar 1028. For example, when the operator desires to turn off the display 1000, the operator may access the power input 1008 on the options screen 1004 or through the input 1026 on the cowling 244 and/or the handlebars 256 to turn off the display 1000.

Driving mode input unit

With respect to fig. 42-44, an operator may desire to determine and/or change the drive mode of the vehicle 200 when the display 1000 is on. For example, the operator may access the drive mode input 1010 on the options screen 1004 or through the input 1026 on the cowling 244 and/or the handlebars 256 to display the drive modes available for the vehicle 200. In one embodiment, and as shown in fig. 44, the drive mode for the vehicle 200 may be a fuel saving eco or economy mode, a normal mode, and/or a sport mode for additional speed and/or power output from the power system 100. Further, the drive mode input 1010 may allow the operator to select a terrain over which the vehicle 200 is operating, such as a muddy terrain, a snowy terrain, a sandy terrain, a climbing or ascending slope, a descending slope or descending slope, and/or any other terrain condition for which the vehicle 200 is configured. In one embodiment, the drive mode input 1010 also allows the operator to select an all-wheel drive mode, a four-wheel drive mode, or a two-wheel drive mode. In this manner, the operator may make more than one selection when accessing the drive mode input 1010. The operator may select the desired drive mode by touching the display 1000 and/or through inputs on the cowling 244 and/or the handlebars 256.

Accessory input unit

While at options screen 1004 (fig. 42), as shown in fig. 43 and 45, the operator may select accessory input 1012 to access accessory 1100 of vehicle 200. For example, accessories 1100 of vehicle 200 may include radio, GPS or mapping (mapping) functionality, headlamps, fog lights, interior lights, electric power steering ("EPS"), (not shown),

A camera, a saddle bag, a trunk, a windshield, an adjustable suspension assembly, or any other function, feature, component, or device configured for use with vehicle 200.

Once the operator selects the accessory input 1012, the operator can select one or more of the accessories 1100 for access. For example, the operator may select accessory audio or a radio function and the display 1000 may provide options for fade (fade), balance, and any other input to control accessory audio on the vehicle 200.

Further, as shown in fig. 43-45, the operator may select the light option 1064 to turn on or off headlights, floor lights, accent lights, under lights, fog lights, or interior lights (e.g., a ceiling light or a cabin light) of the vehicle 200 to illuminate a portion of the operator's space. In one embodiment, any light on the vehicle 200 may have a color changing LED light and the light option 1064 may allow the operator to change the color of any light on the vehicle 200.

Further, the operator may select the EPS option 1066 to utilize the EPS of the vehicle 200 in the high, medium, or low mode by accessing the accessory input 1012.

Further, as shown in fig. 45, the operator can access windshield option 1068 to adjust the position of the windshield of vehicle 200 to move the windshield up or down during operation of vehicle 200.

In one embodiment, one of the accessories 1100 of the vehicle 200 includes a garage door opener that may be electrically coupled to the vehicle's electrical system 109 via a wireless or wired connection and accessed and controlled via an accessory input 1012 on the display 1000. For example, an operator may position a universal garage door opener anywhere on the vehicle 200 (e.g., in a storage console), and a CAN or other type of signal may be sent from the display 1000 to the garage door opener to allow the operator to control the opening and closing of the garage door via the display 1000. Alternatively, a garage door opener may be integrated into the vehicle.

Using the accessory input 1012 (fig. 43 and 45), the operator may also choose to connect to his/her phone, access the radio, access GPS and/or map information to obtain local terrain and/or location of the vehicle 200 and/or other riders in the area, etc. For example, as shown in fig. 46A and 46B, illustrative embodiment map option 1070 provides a map of the location of vehicle 200 shown on display 1000. In addition, the map option 1070 allows turn-by-turn guidance or other navigation features during operation of the vehicle 200. In one embodiment, when the map is displayed on the display 1000, the speed of the vehicle 200, the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank of the vehicle 200, the coordinates of the vehicle 200, and other information may also be displayed.

Because the display 1000 may be operated by an operator's fingers, the operator may pull his/her fingers apart to zoom in to a particular area of the map (fig. 46A), push his/her fingers toward each other to zoom out and access more locations displayed on the map (fig. 46A), and/or move his/her fingers up, down, right, or left to move the viewed portion of the map to a different area (fig. 46B). Further, where the GPS coordinates of the vehicle 200 are used by the operator's phone GPS function or GPS on the vehicle 200, the map features of the vehicle 200 may allow the rider to pinpoint the current location of the vehicle 200 (i.e., "drill" on the map) and then name that location for future ride drawings and/or provide the current location to other vehicles. In this manner, the map option 1070 of the vehicle 200 may then track the path of the vehicle 200 and allow the operator to save, name, or otherwise store and identify information related to the path for future ride drawings (mapping). Further, in one embodiment, the map option 1070 of the vehicle 200 has a lock-out feature that maintains output of the map on the display 1000 and does not allow for changes to the map image provided on the display 1000 for at least a period of time or while the vehicle 200 is operating at a particular speed.

Further, as shown in fig. 45 and 47, the accessory input section 1012 allows the operator to access his/her telephone through a telephone option 1072 (fig. 45). The operator's telephone can be connected to the telephone via

Connected, and through phone options 1072, the illustrative screen as shown in fig. 47 allows the operator to view the connection status of the phone, battery voltage, headset connectivity, and signal strength. In addition, the operator can see any missed calls and/or text messages received on the phone. The illustrative embodiment of the display 1000 allows access to the operator's phone through the display 1000 or through audible commands formed into the headset that are sent through the speaker to the controller 140 to access the operator's phone. Further, more than one headset may be connected to the vehicle 200, e.g., both the driver and the passenger may each connect a separate headset to the vehicle 200. In one embodiment, both the driver headset and the passenger headset may be wirelessly connected to the display 1000 through any wireless connection, such as a wifi connection, or may be connected to the display 1000 through a wired connection. In this manner, the vehicle 200 is configured to allow more than one headset to be connected simultaneously to allow more than one person on the vehicle 200 to listen to audio, talk to other people on the vehicle 200, access a phone or other feature on the vehicle 200 or connected to the vehicle 200, and so forth. For example, in one embodiment, the headsets may be wirelessly connected to each other to provide the driver and passenger with a conversation or interactive conversation with each other without any connection through the vehicle 200. Further, in another embodiment, the electrical system 109 of the vehicle 200 may be configured to communicate with more than one phone or device, such as a passenger's phone or device other than the operator's phone

And (4) connecting.

However, the VCU 111 of the vehicle 200 may be programmed to include specific locking features for the phone options 1072 based on vehicle operating parameters. In one embodiment, phone option 1072 of vehicle 200 may be locked when vehicle 200 is operating above a predetermined speed. For example, the phone option 1072 of the vehicle 200 may be temporarily disabled when the vehicle 200 is operating above a predetermined speed so that the operator is unaware of an incoming phone call or an incoming text message. Alternatively or additionally, the phone options 1072 may include an "ignore" option to ignore incoming phone calls and incoming text messages while the vehicle 200 is operating and/or a plurality of quick response messages indicating that the operator is currently unavailable to access his/her phone (e.g., "drive, return your call/text message later").

Referring again to FIG. 45, by accessing the accessory input 1012, the operator may select the camera option 1074 to turn the camera (not shown) on and off and point the camera's viewfinder in a particular direction. Input from the camera is sent to the display 1000 via the controller 140 so that the image being captured by the camera is displayed to the operator on the display 1000. For example, any camera on vehicle 200 may be wired directly to vehicle 200 (e.g., to VCU and/or display 1000) or may be wired, for example

Connected to wirelessly connect to the display 1000. By connecting the camera to the display 1000, various settings of the camera (e.g., resolution, mode, filters, etc.) may be adjusted via the display 1000, rather than adjusting the settings directly by the camera itself or through an external device, such as a cell phone. Further, as shown in fig. 48A, when displaying the image from the camera, other information such as vehicle speed shown at 1300, driving mode shown at 1302, gear selection shown at 1304, fuel level (not shown), music and volume (not shown) may be shown on the display 1000) Error codes (not shown), time (not shown), GPS information (not shown), coolant or oil temperature (not shown), and/or battery power (not shown). As shown in fig. 48D, because the display 1000 allows the operator to control any camera on the vehicle 200 through inputs associated with the display 1000, the display 1000 provides two-way communication between the operator and the camera, and the video and/or images captured by the camera are sent to the display 1000 so that the operator can view the images and/or videos captured by the camera. In this manner, the vehicle 200 and display 1000 eliminate the need for the user to operate the camera via his/her phone or other device, as the camera(s) are fully integrated into the vehicle 200.

In one embodiment, the camera is configured for real-time photographing and video functions. However, once the vehicle 200 is operating above a predetermined speed, the display 1000 may automatically switch to a different screen so that the complete visual output on the display 1000 does not constantly move while the operator is driving the vehicle 200, as is the case when input from the camera is shown on the display 1000.

In one embodiment, at least one camera is provided at the front and/or rear of the vehicle 200. In this way, the camera may capture images and video from a forward facing perspective and a rearward facing perspective. For example, as shown in fig. 48B, the display 1000 may include a camera icon 1310 that allows a user to switch between any camera on the vehicle 200, including forward facing cameras, rearward facing cameras, side facing cameras, etc. Since the camera is wired directly to the display 1000 or via, for example

The connection is wirelessly connected to the display 1000 so the display 1000 recognizes multiple cameras and allows the user to switch between the various cameras through icons 1310 on the display 1000. In this way, the rear camera may be used as a reverse camera for the vehicle 200. Further, any camera on the vehicle 200 may be configured to automatically record the view once the vehicle 200 is operating at a particular speedSuch that the ride may be automatically recorded without input from the operator and later reviewed by the operator to cause the camera to act as a live camera or a live motion camera to record the ride of the vehicle 200. For example, the camera may automatically start recording when the vehicle is moving and may automatically stop recording when the vehicle stops moving. Alternatively, the user may control when the camera starts and stops recording through an input on the display 1000 shown at 1306 in fig. 48A and may also take a snapshot or still image shown on the display 1000 by selecting an input at 1308 in fig. 48A while the camera continues to record real-time images. In another embodiment, the camera may automatically record images and information for a predetermined period of time (e.g., 5 seconds, 10 seconds, 15 seconds, 30 seconds, 60 seconds, 90 seconds, etc.) even if the user does not activate the camera. In this case, the time period automatically recorded by the camera may be saved as a loop, and then the user may choose to save it permanently to memory or may choose to overwrite it to record additional images, video and information from subsequent rides.

In one embodiment, the vehicle 200 may include any number of cameras that may face in any direction into or out of the vehicle 200. For example, using a wireless connection (e.g.,

connected) or USB devices, any number of cameras may be connected to the vehicle 200. Further, once connected to the vehicle 200, the cameras are known to the display 1000 so that the operator selects any/all of the cameras by selecting an input on the display 1000 and can take still images and/or record video on any of the cameras. Further, any camera may provide additional information to the operator, such as whether someone is approaching the vehicle 200 quickly, whether another vehicle is a "blind spot" of the vehicle 200, and so forth.

When the camera records real-time video or takes still images, the information and images captured by the camera may be recorded to the vehicle 200, the display 1000, or the memory of the camera itself.More specifically, the memory associated with the camera may be accessed through a USB port on the vehicle 200 or to the device

Or remotely accessed over a wireless connection. In one embodiment, all of the cameras on the vehicle 200 may record images, video, and other information to a single memory location of the vehicle 200 to consolidate the information from the cameras into a single location. Further, when the vehicle 200 is connected to wifi,

Or any other wireless network or system, the images, videos, and information captured by the camera may be shared on social media, sent to contacts in the user's phone, or uploaded to the cloud. Images obtained from the camera may be reviewed on an external device (e.g., a phone) or on the display 1000 via a playback function accessible through the display 1000. Further, as shown in fig. 48C, a summary screen may be shown on the display 1000 to provide the rider with trip information after the camera stops recording a certain portion of the ride while the vehicle 200 is parked, while the engine 214 is stopped, or when any other parameter is met. Further, the illustrative summary screen shown in fig. 48C may be sent to the cloud, memory, social media, or contacts of the rider to display information such as average speed at 1312, maximum speed at 1314, ride time at 1316, move time at 1318, stop time at 1320, maximum inclination of vehicle 200 at 1322, maximum climb or rise of vehicle 200 at 1324, and maximum fall of vehicle 200 at 1326.

In another embodiment, the camera(s) may be supported on a mechanically or electrically controlled mount (mount) on the vehicle 200 so that the user may manually adjust the position of the camera's viewfinder or the user may remotely adjust the position of the viewfinder through the display 1000.

Still referring to fig. 45, the operator may also adjust the output of the clock feature via clock option 1076. In addition, the operator can passAccessing radio/infotainment options 1078 within accessory input 1012 to turn the radio on and off, change stations played over the radio, and/or access other media, e.g.

Device, mp3 player, USB connection, etc. In one embodiment, the radio/infotainment options 1078 may include a "discoverable" mode that will "learn" the category, artist, and song preferences of the operator and then schedule a playlist, artist, or category that the operator may wish to listen to during a subsequent ride on the vehicle 200. In addition, radio/infotainment options 1078 may allow for preset preferences, such as preset radio or satellite stations.

Other accessories 1100 of the vehicle 200 may include a security system for the vehicle 200. For example, as shown in fig. 45, the operator can lock a saddle bag, trunk, or any other storage compartment of vehicle 200 by accessing security option 1080. Further, the operator may be able to enter or change security keys, access security settings, and/or view all other security features of the vehicle 200. Additional features of a safety system for vehicle 200 may be disclosed in PCT patent application numbers PCT/US2009/36315 and PCT/US2009/60123, the complete disclosures of which are expressly incorporated herein by reference.

Further, the safety features of the vehicle 200 may be configured to determine whether an accident has occurred or whether the vehicle 200 is in a rollover state. For example, as shown in fig. 49, if the vehicle 200 is hit by another vehicle or is in a rollover condition, a sensor (e.g., a position sensor) may be triggered or otherwise determine that a rollover or accident has occurred. Sensors or other features of vehicle 200 may then send a signal to controller 140 to cause security option 1080 to allow automatic call assistance. In one embodiment, a call may be placed to 911 or a local emergency services unit to alert the vehicle 200 that it has overturned. Furthermore, if an accident or roll over has occurred, a call may be placed to a person in the operator's contact list or phonebook. In one embodiment, a call or alert may be provided to any vehicle in the local area based on the proximity of other vehicles to the vehicle 200. As such, the security system or security feature of the vehicle 200 is configured to transmit or send a signal to the operator's phone, which in turn transmits or places a call to a third party (e.g., an emergency services unit, other vehicles in the area, contacts within the user's phone book, etc.).

During the call or by the alert, information relating to the operator, the vehicle 200, and/or the location of the vehicle 200 may be communicated so that others may travel to the vehicle 200 to assist in the accident situation. However, if the accident or rollover is not an emergency, a safety option 1080 on display 1000 provides an operator with a "cancel" input to cancel the emergency call or alert. In one embodiment, a timer is provided that displays the time at which an emergency call or alert will be issued unless the operator cancels the call or alert by touching the "cancel" input. If the operator is injured and the call cannot be cancelled, the call or alarm will proceed to provide assistance to the operator.

Setting input part

While at the options screen 1004 (fig. 42 and 43), the operator may select the settings input 1014 to change the settings of the display 1000 and/or other components of the vehicle 200. For example, as shown in fig. 50, the operator may change the default brightness or resolution of the display 1000 via display option 1082 (see also fig. 37). Further, when accessing the setting input part 1014, the operator can change the notification by the notification option 1084, change by the connection option 1086

Or phone connection settings, change power saving settings through power saving option 1088, change language settings through language option 1090, and change other settings for display 1000 and/or vehicle 200.

Diagnosis input unit

Referring to fig. 51, while at option screen 1004 (fig. 42 and 43), the operator may select diagnostic input 1016 to run a diagnostic scan of vehicle 200 via diagnostic scan option 1092 or to access diagnostic or maintenance information related to vehicle 200 via diagnostic notification option 1094. For example, as shown in fig. 51, the diagnostic input 1016 may provide a fault code to an operator via the fault/failure code option 1096 if the vehicle 200 requires service. More specifically, a notification option 1094 may provide a notification to the operator that is displayed on the display 1000 indicating that a fault or failure has occurred and that the failure is identified by a code. When the vehicle 200 has stopped moving, the operator can look for a dead code through the fault/dead code option 1096 of the diagnostic input 1016 to understand the problem with the vehicle 200.

Alternatively or additionally, diagnostic input 1016 may allow an operator to search for common repairs via search option 1098 to display tools and procedures for repairing a particular component of vehicle 200. In one embodiment, the search option 1098 of the diagnostic input 1016 may allow the operator to type specific keywords or access menus of common maintenance procedures to fix belts, change tires, change oil, add coolant, and the like.

Suspension input unit

Referring to fig. 52, while at option screen 1004 (fig. 42 and 43), the operator may select a suspension setting input 1018 to change a parameter of a suspension component of vehicle 200. For example, as shown in fig. 52, the vehicle may include electronically controlled front and/or rear suspensions. From suspension settings input 1018, the operator can change various parameters of the front and/or rear suspensions of vehicle 200, such as spring tension, to adjust stiffness in the suspensions by accessing front suspension option 1102 and/or rear suspension option 1104.

Additional details of SUSPENSION assemblies may be disclosed in PCT patent application No. PCT/US2013/68937, entitled "VEHICLE SUSPENSION WITH CONTROL transporting CONTROL" and PCT patent application No. PCT/US2015/54296, entitled "VEHICLE SUSPENSION WITH CONTROL transporting CONTROL," the complete disclosures of which are expressly incorporated herein by reference.

Clutch setting input part

Referring to fig. 53, while at the options screen 1004 (fig. 42 and 43), the operator may select the clutch setting input 1020 to change the clutch pack (not shown) or other aspect of the powertrain 110 of the vehicle 200. For example, as shown in fig. 53, the operator can switch between manual and automatic clutch control via a manual clutch option 1106 and an automatic clutch option 1108. Further, the clutch setting input 1020 may display information to the operator regarding the current clutch setting, such as the fluid level in the clutch master cylinder or parameters of the clutch linkage, so that the operator may change these parameters when the vehicle 200 is not operating, if desired.

Additional details of the powertrain 110, including the transmission, may be disclosed in PCT patent No. PCT/US12/60269, entitled "PRIMARY CLUTCH ELECTRONIC CVT," the entire disclosure of which is expressly incorporated herein by reference.

Speed key input unit

With respect to fig. 54, while at the option screen 1004 (fig. 42 and 43), the operator may select the speed key input 1022 to change the parameters of the speed keys of the vehicle 200. For example, as shown in fig. 54, the operator may select via speed key input option 1116 the speed at which vehicle 200 may be operated for a given rider and the inputs required to change speed key parameters (electronic key, speed limit, security key, etc.). In this way, the operator can control the operation of the vehicle 200 when the person operates the vehicle 200 based on the age, ability, and experience with the vehicle 200 of another person. For example, the speed key input 1022 may allow the operator to set or change parameters for primary rider level via the primary rider option 1110, set or change parameters for intermediate rider level via the intermediate rider option 1112, and set or change parameters for the advanced rider level via the advanced rider option 1114.

In addition, the speed key input unit 1022 may be implemented via a wireless network or the like

The transmitted signal or input is remotely accessed to remotely control or change parameters of the speed keys of the vehicle 200And (4) counting. For example, speed key input 1022 may be accessible by an administrator of a fleet of vehicles 200 to allow fleet management of vehicles 200 from vehicles 200 or anywhere away from vehicles 200.

Additional details of the speed keys of the VEHICLE 200 may be disclosed in U.S. Pat. No. 7,822,514 issued on 26.10.2010 and entitled "SYSTEM FOR CONTROLLING VEHICLES PARAMETERS" (attorney docket number PLR-02-603.01P) and U.S. Pat. No. 8,948,926 issued on 3.2.2015 and entitled "SYSTEM FOR CONTROLLING VEHICLES PARAMETERS" (attorney docket number PLR-02-603.02P), the complete disclosures of which are expressly incorporated herein by reference.

Driving state input unit

Referring to fig. 55, while at the option screen 1004 (fig. 42 and 43), the operator may select the driving state input 1024 to view the state of the driving condition and/or the state of various components of the vehicle 200. For example, as shown in fig. 55, the operator may view details related to speed via speed data option 1122, details related to fuel usage via fuel data option 1118, details related to mileage via mileage data option 1120, and details related to coolant, oil, exhaust, or other temperature information via temperature data option 1124. In one embodiment, each parameter selected by the operator may provide historical, current, and average data to the operator. Alternatively, an output similar to the home screen 1002 (fig. 41) may be provided to the operator so that the operator can view multiple parameters simultaneously.

It is to be understood that any of the features and functions disclosed herein are applicable to both on-road and off-road vehicles.

While this invention has been described as having an exemplary design, the present invention may be further modified within the spirit and scope of this disclosure. This application is therefore intended to cover any variations, uses, or adaptations of the invention using its general principles. Further, this application is intended to cover such departures from the present disclosure as come within known or customary practice in the art to which this invention pertains.

Claims

1. A recreational vehicle for use by a driver having a driver-portable communication device and a driver audio interface device with a microphone and speaker and at least a first passenger having a first passenger-portable communication device and a first passenger audio interface device with a microphone and speaker, the recreational vehicle comprising:

a plurality of ground engaging members;

a frame supported by the plurality of ground engaging members;

a prime mover supported by the frame and operatively coupled to at least one of the plurality of ground engaging members to power movement of the recreational vehicle;

a steering system supported by the frame and operatively coupled to at least a portion of the plurality of ground engaging members to move the portion of the plurality of ground engaging members relative to the frame, the steering system including a steering member adapted to be grasped by an operator of the recreational vehicle, the steering member being movable relative to the frame; and

at least one controller supported by the frame,

characterized in that the at least one controller is adapted to be operatively coupled to the driver portable communication device, the driver audio interface device, a first passenger portable communication device, and a first passenger audio interface device, the at least one controller configured to communicate first audio information between the driver portable communication device and the driver audio interface device, and to communicate second audio information between the first passenger portable communication device and the first passenger audio interface device,

characterized in that the at least one controller is adapted to communicate with at least three of the driver portable communication device, the driver audio interface device, the first passenger portable communication device, and the first passenger audio interface device over a wireless network,

the driver audio interface device is a first headset and the first passenger audio interface device is a second headset, and

the audio information includes an audio call.

2. The recreational vehicle of claim 1, wherein the at least one controller is adapted to communicate with each of the driver portable communication device, the driver audio interface device, the first passenger portable communication device, and the first passenger audio interface device over the wireless network.

3. The recreational vehicle of claim 1, wherein the driver-portable communication device includes a cellular telephone, a satellite telephone, and other devices capable of sending and receiving information over the wireless network to and from the at least one controller supported by the frame of the recreational vehicle.

4. The recreational vehicle of claim 1, wherein the first passenger portable communication device includes a cellular telephone, a satellite telephone, and other devices capable of sending and receiving information over the wireless network to and from the at least one controller supported by the frame of the recreational vehicle.

5. The recreational vehicle of claim 1, wherein the first audio information is a call initiated by or received by the driver portable communication device,

wherein communicating the first audio information between the driver portable communication device and the driver audio interface device comprises: causing the at least one controller to route the first audio information received from the driver portable communication device to the driver audio interface device via the recreational vehicle, and route the first audio information received from the driver audio interface device to the driver portable communication device via the recreational vehicle.

6. The recreational vehicle of claim 5, wherein the first audio information is not routed to either of the first passenger portable communication device or the first passenger audio interface device.

7. The recreational vehicle of claim 1, wherein the second audio information is a call initiated by or received by the first passenger portable communication device,

wherein communicating the second audio information between the first passenger portable communication device and the first passenger audio interface device comprises: causing the at least one controller to route the second audio information received from the first passenger portable communication device to the first passenger audio interface device via the recreational vehicle, and route the second audio information received from the first passenger audio interface device to the first passenger portable communication device via the recreational vehicle.

8. The recreational vehicle of claim 7, wherein the second audio information is not routed to either of the driver portable communication device or the driver audio interface device.

9. A method of communicating information to a driver and at least a first passenger of a recreational vehicle, the driver having a driver portable communication device and a driver audio interface device with a microphone and a speaker, the first passenger having a first passenger portable communication device and a first passenger audio interface device with a microphone and a speaker, the method comprising the steps of:

operatively coupling at least one controller of the recreational vehicle with the driver portable communication device, the driver audio interface device, the first passenger portable communication device, and the first passenger audio interface device;

routing, by the at least one controller of the recreational vehicle, audio information between one of (a) the driver portable communication device and the driver audio interface device and (b) the first passenger portable communication device and the first passenger audio interface device,

wherein first audio information is routed between the driver portable communication device and the driver audio interface device in response to establishing a driver call with the driver portable communication device, and wherein second audio information is routed between the first passenger portable communication device and the first passenger audio interface device in response to establishing a first passenger call with the first passenger portable communication device,

wherein the at least one controller is adapted to communicate with at least three of the driver portable communication device, the driver audio interface device, the first passenger portable communication device, and the first passenger audio interface device over a wireless network;

wherein the audio information comprises an audio call.

10. The method of claim 9, wherein the at least one controller is adapted to communicate with each of the driver portable communication device, the driver audio interface device, the first passenger portable communication device, and the first passenger audio interface device over the wireless network.

11. The method of claim 9, wherein the driver portable communication devices include cellular phones, satellite phones, and other devices capable of sending and receiving information over the wireless network to and from the at least one controller supported by the frame of the recreational vehicle.

12. The method of claim 9, wherein the first passenger portable communication device comprises a cellular telephone, a satellite telephone, and other devices capable of sending and receiving information to and from the at least one controller supported by a frame of the recreational vehicle over the wireless network.

13. The method of claim 9, wherein the first audio information is not routed to either of the first passenger portable communication device or the first passenger audio interface device.

14. The method of claim 9, wherein the second audio information is not routed to either of the driver portable communication device or the driver audio interface device.